96 Points - James Suckling:"This is a big and rich Amarone
with depth and complexity. Full body with lots of dried fruits and
chocolate. A long, flavorful finish. Very impressive. A classic style.
Drink now." - 24 Apr, 2018

Italy’s equivalent of Château Yquem, this incarnation of their famous “Bandito” dessert wine celebrated its tenth birthday last year in Quintarelli’s cellar prior to release. If you want to give something truly special and one of a kind to a wine lover who has it all, look no further. -Dixon Brooke

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (2013 Vintage):"The 2013
Primofiore is a 50% blend of the indigenous grapes Corvina and Corvinone
with 50% of the international grapes Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet
Franc. The grapes are air-dried for one month before being put into
barrel for a year or more of aging. The wine opens to easy aromas of
dark fruit, button mushroom, spice, tar and grilled herb. This is an
upfront, food-friendly wine that has the crispness and delineation to
pair with pasta or meat dishes. It should last healthily over the next
five to eight years." - Monica Larner (31st May 2017)

92 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (2004 Vintage):"The 2004 Ca' del Merlo is slightly less generous than the expressive
2003. Make no mistake: Quintarelli's trademark elegance is on full
display. This vintage delivers more in the mouth with a fuller, more
generous mouthfeel and more firmness on the finish. Crushed mineral and
forest berry is backed by a beautiful touch of acidity and integrated
cherry. Drink 2014-2022.

In the years leading up to "Bepi"
Quintarelli's death in 2012 from Parkinson-s disease, there was a lot of
confusion over who was managing affairs at the winery. Understandably,
getting samples was difficult and visitor requests often went
unanswered. Giuseppe Quintarelli had been sick for a long time and his
survivors include four daughters and a slew of grandchildren. More than a
year after his death, it seems a new chapter has commenced. The winery
has a new United States importer (Kermit Lynch) and Quintarelli's heirs
Francesco and Lorenzo (both grandsons) with Giampaolo (son-in-law) are
communicative and excellent professionals. I hope the Quintarelli star
will continue to rise. I have reviewed the 2003 Amarone Classico here.
The 2004 will be released in early 2014." - Monica Larner (Oct 2013)

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (2013 Vintage):"The 2013
Primofiore is a 50% blend of the indigenous grapes Corvina and Corvinone
with 50% of the international grapes Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet
Franc. The grapes are air-dried for one month before being put into
barrel for a year or more of aging. The wine opens to easy aromas of
dark fruit, button mushroom, spice, tar and grilled herb. This is an
upfront, food-friendly wine that has the crispness and delineation to
pair with pasta or meat dishes. It should last healthily over the next
five to eight years." - Monica Larner (31st May 2017)

92 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (2004 Vintage):"The 2004 Ca' del Merlo is slightly less generous than the expressive
2003. Make no mistake: Quintarelli's trademark elegance is on full
display. This vintage delivers more in the mouth with a fuller, more
generous mouthfeel and more firmness on the finish. Crushed mineral and
forest berry is backed by a beautiful touch of acidity and integrated
cherry. Drink 2014-2022.

In the years leading up to "Bepi"
Quintarelli's death in 2012 from Parkinson-s disease, there was a lot of
confusion over who was managing affairs at the winery. Understandably,
getting samples was difficult and visitor requests often went
unanswered. Giuseppe Quintarelli had been sick for a long time and his
survivors include four daughters and a slew of grandchildren. More than a
year after his death, it seems a new chapter has commenced. The winery
has a new United States importer (Kermit Lynch) and Quintarelli's heirs
Francesco and Lorenzo (both grandsons) with Giampaolo (son-in-law) are
communicative and excellent professionals. I hope the Quintarelli star
will continue to rise. I have reviewed the 2003 Amarone Classico here.
The 2004 will be released in early 2014." - Monica Larner (Oct 2013)

92 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (2004 Vintage):"The 2004 Ca' del Merlo is slightly less generous than the expressive
2003. Make no mistake: Quintarelli's trademark elegance is on full
display. This vintage delivers more in the mouth with a fuller, more
generous mouthfeel and more firmness on the finish. Crushed mineral and
forest berry is backed by a beautiful touch of acidity and integrated
cherry. Drink 2014-2022.

In the years leading up to "Bepi"
Quintarelli's death in 2012 from Parkinson-s disease, there was a lot of
confusion over who was managing affairs at the winery. Understandably,
getting samples was difficult and visitor requests often went
unanswered. Giuseppe Quintarelli had been sick for a long time and his
survivors include four daughters and a slew of grandchildren. More than a
year after his death, it seems a new chapter has commenced. The winery
has a new United States importer (Kermit Lynch) and Quintarelli's heirs
Francesco and Lorenzo (both grandsons) with Giampaolo (son-in-law) are
communicative and excellent professionals. I hope the Quintarelli star
will continue to rise. I have reviewed the 2003 Amarone Classico here.
The 2004 will be released in early 2014." - Monica Larner (Oct 2013)